Registered Nurse required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
Membership or eligible for membership with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Minimum one year of experience as a registered nurse in long-term care
At least three years in a managerial or supervisory nursing role
Strong leadership and communication skills
Knowledge of relevant legislation and labor contracts preferred
Comprehensive understanding of nursing practices and techniques
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, and supervise Nursing Department activities
Interpret nursing philosophy and implement goals, policies, and procedures
Maintain required records and reports for residents and staff
Liaise with families, government officials, and professionals regarding resident care
Assume facility responsibility in the Administrator's absence
Benefits
Full-time position
Opportunity to lead and shape nursing care standards
Engagement with families and community stakeholders
Supportive work environment with a focus on quality care
Professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description
Director of Care - Full time - Extendicare Kirkland Lake
The Director of Care is responsible for managing all aspects of nursing care within the home to ensure quality resident care through the effective, efficient delivery of established standards within legislative and budgetary requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the activities of the Nursing Department to provide quality resident care.
Interprets nursing philosophy and establishes and implements goals and objectives, policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc., for both residents and department personnel in accordance with policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
Liaises and consults with families/residents, government officials, company resources and professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities.
Assumes responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Administrator.
QUALIFICATIONS
Registered Nurse required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
Membership or eligible for membership with the College of Nurses of Ontario
At least one year of experience working as a registered nurse in the long-term care sector required;
At least three years of working experience as a registered nurse in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health care setting required; and
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills required
Knowledge of applicable legislation, unionized settings and labour contracts preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices and techniques including education
Effective human relation skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
